On the morning of April 27, the organizing committee of Hue Festival 2023 opened the exhibition “Bonsais and Orchids of three regions in 2023” at Hue Imperial Citadel. This is an activity in the framework of summer festival programs with the theme “The Shining Citadel”.
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| Over 1.000 works of bonsais and orchids, as well as artistic ornamental stones displayed at Thuong Uyen Garden (royal garden) |
The exhibition gathers over special and typical 1.000 works, including 400 bonsais, 600 orchids, and 100 works of artistic ornamental stones of over 300 artisans coming from orchid, bonsai and ornamental stones clubs from 15 cities and provinces all over the country. This is the largest-scale exhibition ever.
The exhibition is an occasion for bonsai and orchid artisans from all three regions to get the chance to exchange their experiences and introduce to domestic and foreign visitors the most beautiful works of bonsai and orchid, which clearly express the special characteristics of each region.
In the poetic space of Thuong Uyen Garden, visitors will be able to contemplate the vibrant colors of orchids, as well as enjoy the uniqueness of hundreds of bonsais “showing off their shapes”, together with many special artistic ornamental stones.
The highlight of this exhibition is a ritual to offer bonsais and orchids into the Hue Imperial Citadel of artisans coming from all three regions, expressing their good deep in joining hands to the national cultural heritage preservation.
To create favorable conditions for people to enjoy this exhibition, the organizing committee open the Hue Imperial Citadel for free on the nights of April 27 to 29. Two entrances including Chuong Duc and Hien Nhon Gates open for visitors to visit this exhibition at night.
Following are some photos taken at the bonsai and orchid exhibition:
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| The exhibition attracting a great number of visitors |
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| With the talented hands of the artisans, bonsais and ornamental stones are shaped into artworks |
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| Water jasmine, the bonsai artwork winning the golden prize |
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| A work shaped sophisticatedly following classic references |
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| Orchids showing off its colors and beauty |
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| Being full of admiration before a beautiful work of bonsai |
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| It takes a lot of effort from the artisans in taking care of and shaping to have the gorgeous bonsais |
By Minh Hien
